As the holidays approach, many of us dream of serving up a perfectly golden, crispy and juicy deep fried turkey as the centerpiece for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner. But safely deep frying a whole turkey at home can be daunting and messy. That’s why more folks are opting to buy pre-made deep fried turkeys from … Read more
Fan mounting is a great way to preserve the memories you made this season and, unlike big Moose and Deer mounts, can look subtle enough to get the approval of even the non-hunters in your family. These mounts can be created using just a hand full of common household materials and do not require any … Read more
A cooked whole turkey is the perfect centerpiece for a holiday feast. But not everyone wants to spend hours tending to a raw bird in the oven. Purchasing a pre-cooked turkey offers convenience while still delivering tender, juicy meat and that delicious roasted flavor. If you’re looking to simplify your holiday cooking, consider buying a … Read more
Giblets are a delicious and nutritious part of a turkey that can be used in a variety of recipes. But do you need to buy a whole turkey to get them? The short answer is no – you can purchase giblets separately. What Are Giblets? Giblets typically refer to the edible organs of a turkey … Read more
Caponization is done either by surgical removal of the testes, or, as some factory poultry producers prefer, by estrogen implants. Capons that are labeled “all natural” have been surgically caponized. Because of the loss of sex hormones, the normally aggressive barnyard rooster becomes a docile, mellow creature. Capons can be housed together as they will … Read more
Crispy, crackling turkey skin is one of the best parts of a perfectly roasted Thanksgiving bird. When done right, each bite shatters audibly between your teeth, imparting waves of rich, savory flavor. However, flabby, rubbery skin is an all too common disappointment that can ruin an otherwise beautiful turkey. If you’ve struggled with lackluster results, … Read more
Are you in the mood to try something different this year with your Thanksgiving turkey? Why not try deep frying it this year? Some say a fried turkey is the juiciest, most flavorful, crispy-on-the-outside, delicious bit of poultry ever to cross their lips. This project is packed with thermal critical control points that will determine … Read more
This Paper Plate Turkey Craft is a fun and cute Thanksgiving craft to make with kids. My kids had so much fun creating their paper plate turkeys and adding their own twist to their turkeys. One of my favorite things to do with my kids during the holidays are arts and crafts. Getting creative together … Read more
Cooking a juicy moist turkey breast that also has crisp golden skin can be a challenge for many home cooks. One of the most common questions when roasting a turkey breast is whether you should cover it during cooking or leave it uncovered. So should you cover your turkey breast when baking and if so, … Read more
I’ll admit I’ve been a bit intimidated to even attempt roasting a whole turkey. But just like many things in life, I was overcomplicating it and not realizing it’s the exact same procedure for other roasted chicken recipes I’ve made, like this Peruvian-inspired pollo asado, and herb roasted spatchcock. The same steps as turkey – … Read more